Home » Police and Courts » Police Beat November 5

Police Beat November 5

Thieves flee with Foster’s

A FOSTER’S Lager sign was stolen from a business in Nullawil between 2pm on October 24 and 12pm on October 25.

Court guest with cannabis

CANNABIS was found in the possession of a 30 year old female who attended the Robinvale Magistrates Court on October 26, and an official caution was issued.

Fire in Yana Street

RUBBISH being burnt off in a drum at a Yana Street address was attended by the police and CFA On October 26.

The occupant was issued with a penalty notice, and said they were unaware the fire danger period had started.

Cash stolen from business

A HOSPITALITY business in Swan Hill was targeted by thieves who broke in and stole money between 9pm Thursday October 28 and 8am the following day.

Brawl in Lake Boga

A DISPUTE between neighbours at Lake Boga which resulted in a 37 year old male being assaulted and property damaged was attended by police at 9.30am on Sunday October 31.

A 67 year old male was arrested and was remanded in custody.

Drug busts in Swan Hill

CANNABIS was discovered in the possession of a 38 year old man in Chapman Street at about 7.30pm on October 24.

The man was issued a caution.

That same night at 8pm police spoke to a 50 year old man walking along Stradbroke Avenue who was also in possession of cannabis.

He was arrested on outstanding warrants and bailed to attend court at a later date, and also received a caution for the cannabis possession.

Digital Editions


  • Rams charge towards top spot

    Rams charge towards top spot

    THE final round of the Northern Valley Premier League is upon us, and it’s a two-battle for first place on the ladder, contested between Murray…

More News

  • Back to school blessing

    Back to school blessing

    ANGLICAN NEWS It was great to have students and adults bringing symbols of their planned 2026 learning to be blessed on Sunday. Along with the blessing, Rev Julie gave appropriate…

  • SHDCA Round 12 Cricket Previews

    SHDCA Round 12 Cricket Previews

    Nyah District v RSL While last Saturday’s abandoned round has all but sealed reigning premier Nyah District’s fate, the Demons will still have plenty to play for when they host…

  • Training policy axed in council clash

    Training policy axed in council clash

    A COUNCILLOR training policy has been thrown in the bin, with one councillor labelling it an “overreach and a policy that we don’t need”. The policy was designed to formalise…

  • Homecoming to Mallee roots

    Homecoming to Mallee roots

    AFTER a lifetime of exhibiting and working in countries across the globe, woodturner and sophisticate Terry Martin has returned home. The internationally acclaimed artist grew up in the early 60s…

  • Design nominated for global award

    Design nominated for global award

    A SCHOOL shaped by care is now in the global spotlight. The redeveloped Swan Hill Specialist School, designed by WHDA, has been nominated for the 2026 ArchDaily Building of the…

  • Bursary backs students

    Bursary backs students

    TERTIARY students completing placements or intensive units in 2026 can now apply for up to $1000 in support through Country Universities Centre Mallee. CUC Mallee has received a $15,000 contribution…

  • Roundabout rut

    Roundabout rut

    SWAN Hill Rural City Council Mayor Stuart King is driving change when it comes to the condition of roads, hoping for a smoother start to 2026. Cr King has written…

  • Second Mallee branch for One Nation

    Second Mallee branch for One Nation

    AS One Nation surges in popularity across the country, the right-wing populist party’s Mallee supporters voted to establish a second branch in the region at the weekend. The expansion comes…

  • Police condemn ram raid

    Police condemn ram raid

    POLICE say they are disappointed criminals targeted a “nice part of the world” after an alleged ram raid on a Swan Hill tobacco shop left staff shaken and offenders still…

  • Community worker with no fuss

    Community worker with no fuss

    CHRIS Pearce laughs when he talks about the Australia Day citizen award, a slightly embarrassed chuckle that gives him away straight away. “Everyone gets in, has a bit of a…